You're pressed for time already, and now one of your final drives has stopped your equipment in its tracks. You need a replacement, and you need it fast. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss 4 important questions you need to ask when you are about to replace your final drive or hydraulic motor. Taking the time to get answers to these questions will save you trouble (and possibly money) in the long run.
Terex Equipment Well Known
Terex is a well known brand of heavy and compact equipment that has been around for many years and, as with any company of such size and longevity, there are going to be some interesting facts in its background -- like a scandal involving SCUD missile launchers or the fifty different brands that Terex acquired through the years. Here is some Terex trivia that might peak your interest in this Shop Talk Blog post.
ASV Compact Equipment
You are probably familiar with the ASV brand of compact equipment, which focuses primarily on multi-terrain loaders and skid steer loaders. What you may not be familiar with, however, is the history of ASV and how it has impacted the compact equipment market through the years. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to step back in time and check out the cool history (pun intended!) of ASV.
The Bobcat Equipment Brand
Bobcat is probably one of the best known brands of compact equipment -- so well known, in fact, that people that know nothing about skid steers and compact track loaders recognize the brand. Every famous company has some interesting facts in their history, and Bobcat is no exception. Are you ready for five fast facts to blow your mind?
Want more information on Bobcat equipment, check out these top Shop Talk Blog posts:
- Autopsy: Bobcat 331 Mini Excavator Final Drive (w/Video)
- 3 Things You Should Know about Gear Oil for Final Drives
- Skid Steers Turned Deadly?
Catepillar (CAT) Equipment for Construction, Mining, Agriculture, etc.
Caterpillar (CAT) is a well-known and popular brand of both heavy and compact equipment for construction, mining, agriculture and other industries. For such a well-known company, we thought it might be interesting to take a look at five facts about the Caterpillar company and its history that you might not know.
Want even more informative posts on Caterpillar equipment from Shop Talk Blog, check it out:
- Rebuilding a Rexroth Caterpillar Final Drive Motor
- 5 Things to Look for When Replacing a CAT Hydraulic Motor
- Most Common Problem on CAT Excavator Hydraulic Drive Motor (Secret Tip Video)
Key to Hydraulic Drive Motors
There are certain questions that seem to come up quite often when it comes to hydraulic fluid. Since hydraulic fluid is key to a functioning hydraulic motor or final drive, we decided to address some of the more interesting questions in this Shop Talk Blog post.
Dr. Drive (Shop Talk Videos) and Dr. McCaslin (Shop Talk Blog) Heavy Equipment Online Education
Can the web provide the best means of teaching mechanical/technical information for making better business decisions? In a recent interview, Dr. Drive (Shop Talk Videos) and Dr. Sara McCaslin (Shop Talk Blog) from Texas Final Drive were interviewed by Teddy McKeon of Construction Equipment Guide concerning their online educational approach to final drive hydraulic motors and excavator equipment. In addition, they discussed the Texas Final Drive's partnership with Eaton hydraulic track drive motors in US utilizing state-of-the-art hydraulic power management technology.
Compact track loaders(CTL) and multi-terrain loaders (MTL) have been stealing a significant part of the market share of backhoe excavators for at least 3 years now. This is primariliy due to their compact size, available power, and extreme versatility. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about some random but interesting facts about compact track loaders. Enjoy!
Track Drives Vital to CTL and MTL Equipment
If you own a CTL (Compact Track Loader) or MTL (Multi-Terrain Loader), you know that it needs a working track drive in order to move. Track drives are a vital part of your CTL, whether it's an ASV compact track loader or a CAT multi-terrain loader, they are also commonly neglected. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about three common mistakes equipment owners make in maintaining their track drive motors.
Preventive Maintenance Focus on Track Drive
Performing preventative maintenance on your compact track loader or multi-terrain loader will save you thousands of dollars in repairs and down-time. At the Shop Talk Blog, we've put together a short guide to help you keep your CTL or MTL running smoothly, focusing on the track drive, undercarriage, and tracks.
